University of Texas Tower Shooting
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August 1, 1966 began like any normal day. Unfortunately, U.S. history was forever changed as Charles Whitman opened fire on unsuspecting victims from the top of the University of Texas Tower.
This event would be called "America's first mass school shooting."
In this episode, Paula tells us about the days leading up to this horrific event and the aftermath, forever changing how America's local law enforcement responds to these tragic events.
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